My Story

I grew up in my Mom’s kitchen alongside my two brothers. She guided and taught us all to become cooks as fantastic as she is. We are definitely a foodie family - even my Dad is a great cook! When I think of family, I picture all of us sitting around a table piled high with a sumptuous feast. Everything I know about food I owe to my parents who later on in my life helped me come to the realization that I should become a chef.

My travels to Europe and the UK took me to a world of flavours and cultures I never knew existed. I tried and tasted everything and it furthermore ignited my passion for food and for cooking!

Upon graduation at chef school, I was fortunate to be offered the chef position at Anyas Mum's Café small deli-restaurant in Hermanus. Here the theme was healthy, rustic and homely. I really had the opportunity to explore and create really good, simple food. My next step was the five star, Bay Hotel in Camps Bay. At the Bay Hotel, I had the chance to develop as a chef and one I took up with much enthusiasm. I then found myself at the Westin Hotel in Cape Town where over the past two years I've gone from a senior chef in their contemporary restaurant, On19, to helping manage all five kitchens within the hotel.

I have found a passion through writing which enable's me to share my knowledge and experiences with you. I hope you will enjoy Tamtams.